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Affordable Polar Street X Shines Bright
22 Apr
Summary
- Polar Street X smartwatch features an integrated LED flashlight.
- The new watch is priced at $250, significantly lower than competitors.
- It boasts a rugged design, water resistance, and long battery life.
Polar has launched the Street X, a new smartwatch that integrates a powerful dual-color LED flashlight. This feature, previously found on more expensive models, is now available at a competitive $250 price point, marking a significant reduction compared to other LED-equipped watches. The watch is constructed from a lightweight, bio-based polymer with a Gorilla Glass display and a comfortable silicone band, offering durability and a shock-resistant rating of MIL-STD-810H.
The Polar Street X offers a unique dual-light functionality, with five adjustable white brightness levels and a red light option to preserve night vision. This feature is activated with a simple button press. The watch also supports the comprehensive Polar Flow ecosystem, providing advanced training guidance, readiness scores, and sleep tracking through an improved smartphone application. Despite compromises in GPS and heart rate accuracy compared to some rivals, the Street X excels with its flashlight and extensive customization.
With a battery life lasting up to a week and a design suitable for various wrist sizes, the Polar Street X is presented as an ideal first sports watch for those prioritizing an integrated LED light. Its rugged build and extensive customization options within the Polar Flow app make it a versatile choice for both daily life tracking and performance improvement, despite not using premium materials.
